New Products

OXYGEN METER

Omega’s new DOB21 is a compact benchtop dissolved oxygen meter and an amperometric dissolved oxygen probe with automatic temperature compensation for field or laboratory applications. It features a RS232 output, auto calibration for all parameters, salinity and barometric pressure compensation, and data logging up to 99 points. Programming is conveniently done via a three button keypad and stored in the non-volatile memory. This product is ideal for testing biological samples, water and waste water, as well as aquariums. reply Card #4395

TISSUE PROCESSOR

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. features the new STP 420ES tissue processor for use in high-volume pathology laboratories. The updated instrument features more robust hardware and ease-of-use, enabling the high-throughput processing of large volumes of tissue to meet the demands of today’s laboratories. The Thermo Scientific STP 420ES models are designed to accommodate the most demanding requirements of researchers and pathologists in the field of tissue processing and have become an essential part of the laboratory workflow. The latest STP 420ES has been updated to include more robust hardware to handle the increasing number of samples processed in modern laboratories. The instrument’s dual chambers allow it to perform simultaneous or independent processing of up to 420 tissue cassettes, enabling higher throughput. In addition, ultimate fluid exchange is ensured by the innovative rotational movement of the main chamber. Rotational agitation is also up to seven-times more effective than conventional tidal agitation, eliminating the need for reprocessing. reply Card #4396

ARRAYS

SABiosciences, a QIAGEN company, launches several new RT2 Profiler PCR Arrays for gene expression profiling in nephrotoxicity, hepatotoxicology, differentiation and embryonic stem cells markers as well as analysis of epigenetic modulators and enzymes. Covering more than 100 pathways, PCR arrays enable scientists to easily and accurately analyze the gene expression in research areas such as cancer, stem cells, biomarker discovery and immunology. The RT2 Profiler PCR Array provides gene expression data from the RNA within three hours and is composed of PCR Array plates, RT2 first strand kit, RT2 SYBR Green Master Mix and the free PCR Array data analysis software. The arrays, originally developed by SABiosciences, make expression profiling accessible for routine use in every lab with a real-time PCR instrument. The experiment is simple to perform and provides sensitive, reproducible, and reliable results to accurately profile multiple genes simultaneously. The RT2 Profiler PCR Arrays as well as all other products from SABiosciences are now directly available from QIAGEN and offer the most comprehensive portfolio for sample and assay technologies for pathway analysis. reply Card #4397

BUNSEN BURNER

WLD-TEC introduces its Flame 100 Safety Burner, the safe alternative for all traditional Bunsen or alcohol burner applications. The Flame 100 is ideally suited for all flame related applications in the laboratory. The 15 millimeter precision flame allows safe sterilization of microbiological instruments as well as graduated heating of dental tools. Flame size and intensity can be adjusted infinitely. The Flame 100 Burner activates immediately with the push of a button. No match or a pilot flame are required. Optionally, the Flame 100 can also be operated by a foot pedal or an external infrared motion sensor. The Flame 100 is suitable for stationary natural gas and propane/butane gas supplies as well as gas cartridges or gas cylinders. The proven Safety Control System (SCS) is also incorporated in the Flame 100. All potential hazards are constantly monitored and, if necessary, protective measures – such as the shutting off the gas supply – are activated. reply Card #4398

CONNECTOR SYSTEM

Dolomite introduces the new Mitos In-line Connector System. This innovative connector provides a single, fast and reliable multi-way connection, which offers extensive time savings when compared to traditional connections between individual pipes. In addition to being quick and easy to use, the Mitos In-line Connector provides in-line sealing and highly accurate alignment between the tubes, enabling uninterrupted liquid flow. Available in three standard sizes 4-, 8- and 12-way, the Mitos In-line Connector operates over a wide temperature (-15 0C to 250 0C) and pressure range (up to 10bar), providing excellent chemical compatibility. Furthermore, a low dead volume reduces the risk of cross-contamination between fluid samples, thereby maintaining experimental integrity. The technology benefits a broad range of applications, including chemical and biological analysis, parallel microfluidic processing, providing multi-way fluidic connections between various laboratory equipment. In addition, it is compatible with a variety of polymeric tubes including PTFE, FEP and PEEK. Custom sizes and geometries are also available upon request. reply Card #4399

CELL CULTURE

InVitria announces the launch of ITSE Animal-Free, a recombinant and defined cell culture media supplement that provides the ingredients essential for high performance cell culture. ITSE Animal-Free provides a solution for maximizing performance in a consistent and animal-free system. Insulin and transferrin supplements are commonly used in cell culture to reduce the amount of serum, such as fetal bovine serum (FBS), required to optimize performance. Until now, researchers used insulin and transferrin supplements that were derived from animal sources. With ITSE-Animal-Free, cell culture scientists have a new alternative that is completely animal-free and well defined because it incorporates recombinant insulin and transferrin. reply Card #4400

ROBOTICS

Hamilton Robotics introduces a Touch-Screen Monitor option for its MICROLAB STAR and STARlet liquid handling workstations, providing increased ease of use and space savings. Taking advantage of new Windows* 7 capabilities, the touch screen minimizes the need for a separate keyboard and mouse. Users can customize their own graphical interface with windows that can be moved or scrolled through with finger movements. The monitor is fully supported by the Hamilton VENUS software. The new 19” Touch-Screen Monitor can be positioned at any angle up to approximately 135 degrees, mounted on the right side of the STAR instrument, and can be folded out of the way when not in use. reply Card #4401

DATA LOGGER

Omega’s new OM-CP-PHTEMP2000 series is a battery powered, stand alone pH and temperature data logger with a large LCD display. This product logs data in real-time and features programmable engineering units, programmable start-time, and automatic temperature compensation. This CE marked data logger offers NIST Traceable Calibration. The OMCP-PHTEMP2000 works with Omega’s PHE-4200 series of pH probes. This product is ideal for measuring pH of storm water runoff or drainage. reply Card #4402

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